Khiyani Bas - Sridungargarh, Bikaner
Khiyani Bas is a village situated in the Sridungargarh tehsil of Bikaner district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sridungargarh and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Bikaner. Bana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khiyani Bas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khiyani Bas is 069906. The village covers a total geographical area of 1757.09 hectares and falls under the 331803 pincode. Sridungargarh is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Khiyani Bas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dungargarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bikaner Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khiyani Bas
According to the 2011 Census, Khiyani Bas village had a total population of 79 people, including 42 males and 37 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 881 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.75%, with male literacy at 54.29% and female literacy at 31.03%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 79 | 42 | 37 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 28 | 19 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 23 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Khiyani Bas
Khiyani Bas is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bana | South-West | 4.40 km |
| Salasar | North-West | 5.86 km |
| Pundalsar | West | 7.40 km |
| Jaisalsar | North | 7.85 km |
| Indpalsar Gusainsar | South-East | 9.50 km |
| Dusarna Pandreekji | West | 10.15 km |
| Hemasar | North-West | 11.04 km |
| Keu | South | 11.57 km |
| Dusarna Bara | West | 11.90 km |
| Nosariya | South-East | 12.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khiyani Bas
Khiyani Bas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sri Dungargarh, while the nearest airport is Nal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sridungargarh to Khiyani Bas is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bikaner to Khiyani Bas is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khiyani Bas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khiyani Bas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khiyani Bas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khiyani Bas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khiyani Bas
Where is Khiyani Bas located?
Khiyani Bas village is located in Sridungargarh Tehsil, Bikaner district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khiyani Bas?
The Gram Panchayat of Khiyani Bas is Bana.
What is the pincode of Khiyani Bas?
The pincode of Khiyani Bas is 331803.
What is the population of Khiyani Bas?
Khiyani Bas had a total population of 79, including 42 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Khiyani Bas?
Khiyani Bas had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khiyani Bas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khiyani Bas was 43.75%. Male literacy was 54.29% and female literacy was 31.03%.